JDRF Australia is pleased to acknowledge the recent report from the Parliamentary Committee of Inquiry into Diabetes, which makes 23 recommendations for improving health outcomes for Australians with all forms of diabetes – including type 1 diabetes (T1D). We were delighted to be on hand when Dr Mike Freelander and his Committee handed down their […]
Dear JDRF Community, We are thrilled to share some exciting news about our flagship fundraiser, One Walk. To maximise our impact and align with exciting new initiatives, we are moving the event from October 2024 to March 2025! This change brings numerous benefits to our community and organisation. By shifting One Walk to March 2025, […]
Screening and monitoring will bring forward diagnoses and make early detection of the condition a reality Type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnoses could soon be transformed with newly released guidance outlining how to detect and monitor early-stage T1D, before the point of symptom onset. The chronic autoimmune condition is traditionally diagnosed when elevated blood glucose levels […]
Three Early to Mid-Career researchers (EMCRs) awarded the Tim Welborn EMCR Fellowship JDRF Australia is happy to announce that three promising researchers will be supported under the Tim Welborn Early-to-Mid Career Research (EMCR) Fellowship for basic research. This award funds the next generation of type 1 diabetes (T1D) researchers to ensure their career development is […]
We recently caught up with Rachael Ferguson, Synxbody CEO and mum to a child with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Synxbody is a podiatry and footcare company, founded by Rachael and her business partner in 2011. They recently entered into partnership with JDRF Australia, with a contribution of $1.00 from every online order to JDRF. You […]
The JDRF Australia Board is today announcing that after 20 years of dedicated leadership, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mike Wilson has decided the time is right to retire from his role later this year. The Board is thankful for the significant contribution Mike has made over many years, including making substantial progress for people with […]
Welcome to the next chapter of our story. Over the past few years, we’ve had feedback from the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community and potential supporters about how our organisation, and particularly our name, is perceived. We’ve listened, and we’re very excited to share that JDRF is commencing a global rebrand. As a result, we’ll […]
JDRF Australia and JDRF International have announced over $3m AUD in funding for researchers aiming to improve health outcomes for the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community by making precision medicine possible. Precision medicine has delivered great benefits in other disease areas, such as cancer, and involves treatment that is tailored to a person’s genes, environment, […]
It’s National Volunteer Week and this year’s theme is ‘Something for Everyone’. JDRF Australia was founded by volunteers in 1972, volunteers are at the core of all that we do, and we want to recognise and acknowledge all our volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to help us create a world without type […]
JDRF Australia has announced a new partnership with SynxBody Australia, an Australian footcare company, in a collaborative move towards enhancing awareness, education and support for Australians living with type 1 Diabetes (T1D). SynxBody specialises in premium, affordable footcare products designed to effectively treat common ailments and enhance comfort for people from all walks of life. […]
Dougal has been living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) since the age of 4, a journey that began when he complained of sore legs. Despite the absence of any family history of T1D, Joanne (Jo), a health professional and parent, quickly recognised the signs, drawing on her expertise and a colleague’s experience as a T1D […]
We recently sat down with an incredible mother, Cara, who has experienced the profound journey of caring for her young daughter Mya, with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Cara shares her diagnosis story, offers valuable insights into managing T1D day-to-day, and explains why she signed up for One Walk to fundraise for JDRF. Her hope for […]
The Australian Government’s Insulin Pump Program (IPP), administered by JDRF Australia, provides insulin pumps to young Australians up to the age of 21, living with type 1 diabetes (T1D), who meet certain financial and clinical eligibility requirements. The program supplies fully subsidised insulin pumps to people who would otherwise be unable to access insulin pump […]
JDRF Australia has received an update from the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) regarding the guidelines for type 1 diabetes (T1D) technology and airport security and screening. This follows ongoing issues faced by community members when travelling through airport security with insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). Advice varies for each specific device, but […]
JDRF Australia, the leading organisation for type 1 diabetes (T1D) research, advocacy, and community support, is pleased to announce three additions to its Board of Directors, while at the same time farewelling two long-serving and highly valued current Directors. With a wealth of experience in the not-for-profit, insurance and investment management sectors, the three new […]
JDRF Australia and newly launched telco provider, DrimTel, have announced they are partnering in a move that will support type 1 diabetes (T1D) research breakthroughs while providing the community with technological solutions. DrimTel, which offers Mobile SIM Only, Data Only, and nbn® Plans for residential and business customers, was founded by Ljupco (Lj) Taneski after […]
MEDIA RELEASE Fiasp insulin to remain on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme The new listing of Fiasp® Penfill® on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme will keep the life-saving medication available to the 15,000+ Australians who rely on it Sydney, 18 September 2023: JDRF Australia is welcoming an announcement from Minister for Health, Hon Mark Butler, that Fiasp […]
Review of NDSS subsidised products: community submissions open The Department of Health and Aged Care (The Department) has today announced it is planning to refresh the range of products subsidised under the National Diabetes services Scheme (NDSS), to ensure the products offered continue to meet the needs of people with diabetes. This process could lead […]